Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Port Ellen
★ 3.00
£300
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Teaninich
★ 5.00
£344
| Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Ellen | Teaninich |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 65% |
| Age | 19 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £299.95 | £344.14 |
| Rating | 3.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Quick verdict
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £300 vs £344.
For beginners: Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299.95 vs £344.14)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 19 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (65%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£344.14 vs £299.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Teaninich?
Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Port Ellen 1982 (bottled 2001) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Teaninich 23 Year Old 1972 - Rare Malts